E35 - The Power of Body Doubling

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E35 - The Power of Body Doubling

ADHD Babes: The Podcast

39 minutes 43 seconds

3 months ago

E35 - The Power of Body Doubling

Summary

In this conversation, Julez and Shauna explore the challenges faced by individuals with ADHD, particularly focusing on motivation and task avoidance. They introduce the concept of body doubling as a productivity strategy that can enhance focus and accountability. The discussion delves into various techniques for effective body doubling, including the Pomodoro technique, and emphasises the importance of reflection and time management. The hosts share personal anecdotes and insights on how body doubling can positively impact daily life and productivity for neurodivergent individuals.

Host

Julez

Guests

Shauna

Takeaways

ADHD leads to interest-based motivation, making mundane tasks challenging.
Body doubling can enhance focus and reduce feelings of isolation.
Physical and virtual body doubling are effective strategies for productivity.
The Pomodoro technique can be paired with task setting for better time management.
Reflection on completed tasks helps in understanding time management better.
Using accountability partners can motivate individuals to complete tasks.
Podcasts and conversations can serve as a form of body doubling.
Understanding personal struggles with time management is crucial for ADHDers.
Body doubling can be informal, such as talking to friends while working.
Recognising the effectiveness of body doubling can lead to better productivity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Body Doubling

01:05 Understanding ADHD and Task Avoidance

06:47 What is Body Doubling?

14:48 Physical vs. Virtual Body Doubling

20:15 Techniques for Effective Body Doubling

20:40 Understanding the Pomodoro Technique

20:40 Task Setting and Reflection

22:13 Utilising the Pomodoro Technique Effectively

24:18 The Importance of Breaks and Accountability

26:36 Time Perception and Task Estimation

27:53 Reflection and Learning from Tasks